Cherry blossoms are in full bloom on Belle Isle. Also have to say, props to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources + Michigan State Parks, Trails and Waterways for the improved state of this gem and its upkeep. #PureMichigan

It's #InternationalDarkSkyWeek ! How will you celebrate the stars this week? Learn more at idsw.darksky.org. Find Michigan's dark sky areas at Michigan.gov/DarkSky.

Jenn @ Charge To The Parks .Thomas J Thias / Clean Energy Retort™ 517-749-0532 have you charged at #LeelanauStatePark yet? More awesome Michigan State Parks, Trails and Waterways coming on line as we speak.

We love Ludington, and we think it’s time they get their flowers. Ludington is in the running for best historic small town by USA Today USA TODAY 10Best, show some Michigan love and vote today!

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Photo courtesy of Todd and Brad Reed Photography

This is Detroit. 🦅

Detroit Free Press Pure Michigan Keith Matheny City of Detroit Governor Gretchen Whitmer Michigan State Parks, Trails and Waterways Audubon Society

Aquatic #InvasiveSpecies can hitchhike on boats and equipment and spread to the next place you adventure to. 🚣

Remember to #CleanDrainDry your watercraft, trailers, and gear 🎣 after you enjoy Michigan’s waters to prevent the spread of invasives: bit.ly/3mbwpYo #NISAW

We are working to renovate and replace boardwalks and dune overlooks along the top of dunes at P.J. Hoffmaster State Park!

Photo Credits 📷: Prein&Newhof

#mistateparks #greatlakes #buildingcommunity #puremichigan #seeingfarther

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Birding on Belle Isle is more challenging with scant #GreatLakes ice cover, Michigan Department of Natural Resources Detroit educator said, but Sunday's tour group still caught a terrific scene.

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Michigan’s Critical Dune Area’s are part of the LARGEST collection of freshwater dunes in the world! 🌊

This unique natural resource is ours to protect and preserve.

Explore the shifting sands of Michigan's Critical Dune Areas in our new story map: bit.ly/3SwxJRS

We're hiring summer park workers throughout Michigan state parks, boating facilities and other outdoor spaces.

Interested? 👀
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🌊 It's #WorldWetlandsDay ! Wetlands are like the ✨MVPs✨ of Michigan's ecosystem. Here's why:

🐸 Biodiversity: They host VIP hangout spots for some of MI's rarest plants & animals

🎸 Water Filtration: They clean waters by trapping pollutants

🧽 They prevent flooding & erosion

Have you ever seen a Saw-whet owl? These cute little owls are often overlooked. They sit in conifer groves in winter and tend to be very good masters of disguise as they blend into the trees they sit in. #WinterBirdWednesday
📸: Nicole Seitz - Mi State Parks Photo Ambassador

No time like the present to get a jump start on that vacation planning! Where are you going this year? #PlanForVacationDay

📸: burgerplex ltd - Michigan State Park Photo Ambassador

Would you like to learn how to become a steward of Michigan's natural resources? Join us and Michigan United Conservation Clubs this Sat. Jan. 27 from 10am-1pm at Fort Custer Rec Area in Kalamazoo Co. Registration and details can be found at brnw.ch/21wGoxi.

Well said!

No ice is safe ice. IF you choose to go out, bring ice picks and always tell friends and family where you're going and when you expect to be back.

More on ice safety: michigan.gov/dnr/education/…

An ice volcano erupting along Lake Superior by the Porcupine Mountains ❤️🥶😍

January 17, 2024
Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
Michigan's Upper Peninsula

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#mistateparks

Went snowshoeing last night at Mitchell State Park - Heritage Trail. the forest was lit with lanterns and my favorite was the moonlight making the snow silvery. So enchanting for a crisp, winter night! #MiStateParks

Thank you.

The 2024 camping season may look a little different than in the past as some campgrounds are announcing closures during construction updates. Have you checked to see if there are any closures at the parks you're planning to camp at this year?
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